you wanna talk?

i don’t know. maybe you want to scream? i do. i want to. tho most days what i really want is to crawl inside a very cozy hole and sleep for the duration of this episode of black mirror.

everyone is talking about finishing projects. starting projects. group facetimes. zoom dinners and virtual cocktail parties. (those last two are my idea of hell.)

ALL i want to do is lay in my bed and stare at the ceiling. the trouble is i am very apt to grab my phone and stare at it instead. that’s not a good idea either.

why do so many people feel the need to be prophets of doom?

you know who you are. stop. stop sharing those stories.

it takes me hours to fall asleep at night. i’m just so uneasy all the time.

and when i wake up in the morning (usually at the crack of dawn despite not falling asleep til past midnight) it takes me a minute before i think, “oh yeahhhh….we’re still fucked!”

how are you doing?

spring despite it all

cash me ousside (alone) howbow dah?

it’s spring and spring is hope eternal. so fear not, you shall have a pedicure soon, the good kind, with the scrub and lotion that smells like a florida strip club. and before you know it your shoulders will bare themselves in a crowd. your roots will meet their demise via a blanket of foils. etc.

it’s ok to look forward to a better time. in fact, it’s encouraged. i’m counting on it! i think right now retail therapy has never been more necessary. i spent a chunk of time on the h&m website looking at all the new spring things. these were hands down my favorite and all are under $50:

the perfect little pin tuck blouse for spring and summer.

this off the shoulder dress is currently unavailable but i have clicked the notify me button bc it’s just too good to pass on.

i’m here for a shacket. LOVE this one.

zebra platform sandals. i want to pull the trigger on these, but i have a pair of zebra mules. can i have zebra platforms too??!!!

a denim jacket is a spring staple. i like this cropped version and this oversized version too.

white denim jumpsuit. i like that this is $40.

rib collar dress. this looks easy and comfy.

i’d pair these cute tie strap sandals with that rib collar dress.

pink puff sleeves for $18.

these cute off white jeans look like reformation or everlane. 30 bucks. also come in reg. denim and black denim.

a new nylon parka for all those brisk walks you’re taking.

LOVE the colors on this nirvana tee. this ramones tee too.

i was sleeping on this johanna ortiz collection for h&m. love this little puff sleeve tee. comes in black too. limited sizing obv.

creped dress - such an easy dress to wear. comes in black too which i also love.

and a cute color blocked pleated skirt with an ELASTICIZED WAISTBAND. go ahead, keep eating all the things.

follow for joy

just thought i’d share a few instagram accounts that spark joy.

first up are pauline and geoffrey walker. “an old english couple living their best life in faith”.

they are sweet and adorable and everything we need in these uncertain times.

make sure you watch the second slide. :)

we simply do not employ “elevenses” enough.

allyson dinneen giving us snippets of daily wisdom is also what we need in these uncertain times.

her account notes from your therapist sometimes gives me chills.

all the clapping emojis.

at 5.6 million followers i’m sure you’re aware of rickey thompson. but if not…well, you’re welcome.

he’s just a goddamn delight. literally cannot put on boots without saying “new boots biiittchhh”.

actual mood.

next is all the pretty vibes.

katie merchant of thank you ok is a stylist and art director and it shows. her love of pastel shades and frivolity speaks to me deeply.

last but not least is ernie. ernie is my favorite dog of all time. ernie is snuggie in dog form. if there were a meet-n-greet with ernie within a 100 mile radius of me i’d get there. not only is ernie so so so spesh…his mom and dad are hilarious.

will post more accounts i love soon. in the meantime please share your faves in the comments!

small batch spring collages

i know the world is going to hell in a hand basket. you don’t have to remind me. and i don’t want to remind you either.

mike anderson went to the store yesterday and bought approximately 9,995 bags of frozen vegetables the likes of which i hope to christ never have to enter a pot. we have at least 6 dead chickens in our freezer (breasts and thighs only) and 7 jars of nutella in the pantry. before you even ask, YES there’s wine but curiously way less than nutella. i have gin, vodka, tequila and bourbon so if you’re willing to take your temp. at the door i am willing to let you in.

all joking aside- we are all immersed in this shit show together, so let’s rejoice in that and try to come out better humans. ok? also it is my sincerest hope that if you do contract this virus that it’s the mildest version imaginable and you bounce back soon.

in happier news..i have been working on some fun collages lately and i am thrilled to finally release them.

these collages were inspired by one of my favorite books the mysteries of harris burdick by chris van allsburg. i must have “read” that book a million times. the art was so provocative and the captions so cryptic. the story behind the story was so beguiling to me as a kid. seriously if you don’t know read this. but also my deep and pure obsession with fashion and flowers and an undying devotion to the abstract.

(click on the title to shop)

hidden

i see it

spring gucci

spring gucci 2

fish outta water

flora

flower talk

pansy

city boy country boy

ruby

copenhagen

favorite things

merlot

iris and cat

tatsoi

not jlo

you look great

shop everything here.

thank you.

xo

i do love a stripe

another cute lil french pad to drool over…

such a bright, fun and personal space.

get the look-

i’m 99.9% sure the wall stripes are painted and that is certainly a project easier than wallpaper but in case you are challenged in that area, this is an affordable wallpaper alternative.

just go here for a ton of these sicilian head planters if that’s your thing. these are my favorite.

what i love about this apartment is the modern with the vintage. in my opinion the ONLY way to decorate. otherwise you are risking your whole space looking soulless immediately and dated in no time. which is why i think it’s crucial that you find the perfect mid century credenza for this look.

listen, i love a josef frank moment as much as the next bitch but that shit is expenZive for real and curtains??? LOL and congratulations money bags! this fabric is from ikea and is a similar vibe and at 5.99 a yard, you could make curtains for days. line them with something heavy and nice though.

b & w photography - comes in small to large.

i have always sort of rolled my eyes at these rhode ella dresses. so basic. but a cool french girl gives it immediate street cred. also leopard. also they really are universally flattering.

cabbage tureen - this vintage one is cute too. quite a few vintage versions at all price points here.

i am particularly drawn to the delicate lines of those black gio ponti chairs against the yellow stripes. these chairs from crate and barrel are a similar and more reasonable option. the dining table is a knock off. it’s got great reviews though.

charlotte chab is the artist who makes these incredible globes. you can personalize them too.

this sofa from west elm is a dead ringer for hers. love the mustard-y color. it has just the right amount of green.

flower floor cushion. :)

decoupage vase.

stunning tufted daybed from cb2.

navy stripe hotel bedding head to toe.

this entire collection of dinner plates from italy.

french enamel sign.

popham tiles.

colorful nikes.

and yes, i am always aware of the architecture…from that marble fireplace to the chevron floors, to the moldings and the floor to ceiling windows and, ugh, those french doors.…i know that those elements go a long way in making the modern furnishings look a type of way. still, i think you could run with this moodboard in a very plausible way. see the rest of this space here. so much more to ogle.